How to Grow and Care for Bloody butcher

Bloody butcher, also known as Shay's trillium, Prairie wake-robin, Bloody noses, Toadshade

Bloody butcher requires consistent moisture and well-drained, rich soil to thrive, replicating its natural woodland habitat. Special care includes ensuring it is planted in partial to full shade, as too much direct sunlight can be detrimental. Additionally, bloody butcher is sensitive to over-collection and environmental disturbance, so it's crucial to minimize interference with its natural growth process once established.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun

Toxic to Humans

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Planting and Growing Bloody butcher

Toughness	High
Care Level	Medium
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Partial sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7
Planting Time	Late summer, Early fall
Hardiness Zones	4-9
Toxicity	Toxic to Humans

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Bloody butcher displays a distinctive three-petaled flower, each petal boasting a rich maroon to brown hue, and measuring about 2 to 3 inches (5 to 7.5 cm) in length. The petals are complemented by a whorl of three broad, mottled leaves that spread out below the flower, providing a stark contrast with their green coloration patterned with lighter and darker shades. This perennial's flower sits atop a single, erect stem that commonly reaches the height of 12 to 18 inches (30 to 45 cm). Bloody butcher's bloom is notably unique with its wavy, recurved margins, which add to the plant's distinctive appearance.